Top Ten Code Violations Explained

1. Accumulation of Trash & Debris: Be sure to place trash and debris in the proper location for collection by a waste hauler, not in yards or roadways. This includes auto parts, appliances, furniture, building materials, garbage, paper, carboard, tree trimmings, limbs, or other items not suitable for storage in the open.

2. Trash & Garbage Placement & Collection: Trash & garbage may be placed at the curbside for collection no earlier than noon on the day before collection and should be removed on the day of collection. Garbage should be placed in proper containers only and stored to the rear of the property in a neatly matter or out of public view. Dumpsters and enclosures are to be maintained in a neat, sanitary, and sound condition.

3. Work w/o Permit: Any contractor, owner, or agent authorized in accordance with Chapter 489, Florida Statutes who intends to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, demolish, or change the occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, remove, convert or replace any impact resistant coverings, electrical, gas, mechanical, plumbing or fire protection system, or accessible or flood resistant site element, the installation of which is regulated by this Code, or to cause any such work to be done, shall first make application to the building official and obtain the required permit. For questions, please contact the City ’ s Building Department at 561 -799-4201 to inquire. screen enclosure is required around all pools with self-closing and self-latching device at 54 inches above the bottom of the gate or door. If pools become exposed because of hurricanes or other required maintenance, they may be replaced with temporary fencing if a contract for permanent replacement can be produced. Permits may be required.

4. Pool Fences & Enclosures: A fence of at least 4 feet high or a screen enclosure is required around all pools with self-closing and self-latching device at 54 inches above the bottom of the gate or door. If pools become exposed because of hurricanes or other required maintenance, they may be replaced with temporary fencing if a contract for permanent replacement can be produced. Permits may be required.

5. Boats, Recreation Vehicles & Trailers: Boats, recreational vehicles (RVs), and trailers in residential areas must be parked and screened in accordance with City Code section 78-395, unless registered as non-conforming use with the City. Only (1) watercraft and (1) RV are allowed per property.

6. Commercial Vehicles: Commercial vehicles are prohibited from being parked or stored on private residential property unless subject to one of the exceptions listed in City Code section 78-394.

7. Inoperable Motor Vehicles & Vehicle Parking: All vehicles in the City are always to be properly licensed and operable. All properly licensed and registered vehicles and/or boats, RVs and trailers must be parked on an approved driveway such as paver, concrete, or asphalt or other surface material approved by the City Engineer. Temporary parking of vehicles in a yard is permitted for social or other events held at a residence, provided such parking shall not exceed eight hours in a 24-hour period. Temporary parking in a yard due to renovation or repair of a driveway or residence is permitted for the duration of the improvements. Parking in the swale is not allowed.

8. Condition of Structures & Landscape maintenance: Any deteriorating wood, siding, roof covering, fence walls, driveways, etc. should be maintained in sound condition and good repair with surfaces kept painted and free of peeling paint and/or mildew. Maintain landscaping through regular mowing, edging, pruning, weeding, mulching, fertilizing, watering, pesticide/herbicide treatment and exotic vegetation removal. In commercial districts, please maintain parking lot and curbing in state of good repair, restripe and reseal as needed (permits may require, please contact City Building Department at 561 -799-4201 to inquire).

9. Outdoor Storage: Outdoor storage of merchandise is prohibited in commercial districts unless approved by the City. Outdoor storage in residential areas should be limited to rear or side yards and be maintained in a clean, neat, and presentable matter.

10. Prohibited Signs: Prior to sign installation, please contact City Planning & Zoning Department at 561 -799-4243 for additional information regarding allowable and prohibited signage. If signs are placed within the City right of way, they will be removed and discarded.